As a Master Recycler/Composter, you will inspire others in your community to reduce waste, recycle more and compost. You will also meet others who are excited about waste reduction, gain knowledge from experts, get experience working in the field and have the satisfaction of having an impact on these important issues.

Course topics

• Waste prevention
• Recycling process
• Organics recycling and home composting
• Low-waste events
• Public engagement and the motivating behavior change

Classes are taught by professionals from the public and private sector who are working on innovative solutions to environmental challenges.

Course graduates agree to volunteer 30 hours putting their skills to work to help others learn the three Rs: reduce the amount of natural resources used, reuse material and recycle what cannot be salvaged.

Spring 2021 course

Registration for the spring 2021 course is closed.

If you have a project or event that could use Master Recycler/Composter volunteers, email Kaitlin Steinberg at kaitlin.steinberg@hennepin.us or 612-348-6846.

Applicable volunteer opportunities for Master Recycler/Composters include designing and implementing waste reduction and recycling plans, staffing booths at events, and creating educational resources and displays.